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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1913

Page

5

Strickland Campaign Opens in Nineveh Parade

Colonel Todhunter leads welcoming reception for Hon. William J. Strickland as Nineveh cheers from the wharf to parade ground. A clash with the Stephen K. Yancey club is averted by Constable Fanshaw, while Strickland vows strong campaign push.

Clonel Todhunter Gray Eagle J. Strickland Nineveh Cimate Todhunter Dick Cantrill Nineveh Weekly Blade Bill Strickland Squire Tucker Dick Cantril Colonel Todhunter Tucker Colonel Strickland William J. Strickland Beverly Leigh T. Todhunter Bey Thurs T. Todhunter Missouri Kentucky Strickland Tennessee Virginia New England Stephen K. Yancey Mnewoh Drum Corpa Seamwon Meek Ham J. Strickland Jefferson City Sul Willam J. Strickland Blade Sim Birdsong Nineveh Light Infantry Sim Stars and Stripes Bill St Louis Steve Yancey Bil Strickland State Committee Bunel Neck of the Woods Eph Tucker Colonel Strickand Sudenly Tooker Yancey Nineveh Bugle Thurston T. Todhunter Town Hall Missouri Democracy Toddhunter Earth Ajales Thurst Creatfallen

Four Fine Baby Boys Born to Shurigar Family

From Wednesday's Daily News comes word of a four baby boy birth at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Shurigar in Konasaw Nebraska. Mrs. Shurigar formerly Miss Molly Godwin of this city, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. MM. Godswit, whose family and neighbors express joy and best wishes for the child's healthy future.

John Shurigar Konasaw Neb Shurigar Molly Godwin B. MM. Godswit Murray

Heavy rainfall strikes city and surroundings

From Wednesday's Daily, a heavy rain began around 6:30 and lasted most of the night, totaling slightly over an inch. No major damage reported citywide, but Tom Stokes's river bottom land flooded due to sewer and subway flow, risking his crop. Rumors of a cyclone in Omaha proved false. only a severe rainstorm occurred.

Tom Stokes Omaha Ely

Farm for Sale Seeks Buyers Through Local Agent

Farm for sale promoted by local contact W. A. Bryan listed as assessor. Potential buyers encouraged to see Bryan about the property and purchasing details in the community notice.

W. A. Bryan

Plattsmouth Residents Travel and News from Lincoln

Forty years ago in Plattsmouth Neville Win has gone to Omaha to sit on the grand jury D th Wheeler E B Cunningham P M Dorrington and Wm L Wells have gone to Lincoln for the Grand Lodge. Mr Will Brantner, long time Cass county resident now in Virginia, returns with his wife and remarks Nebraska is far ahead of Virginia.

Neville Omaha D. Th. Wheeler E. BE. Cunningham P.M. Dorrington Lincoln Grand Lodge Will, Brantner Cass County Virginia Plattsmouth Will Nebraska

Dan McKinnon Meets Brigham Over Ann Eliza’s Alimony

Dan McKinnon arrived safely at Salt Lake City last week and Brigham Young sent for him to meet by moonlight to discuss prospects of Ann Eliza receiving alimony.

Dan McKinnon Salt Lake Brigham Dan Ann Eliza

Horses Race Across Plattsmouth Fair Ground Track

A Monday morning horse race at the fair ground track drew local interest. Reese’s roan colt won the event, with other entries including Dick Streight’s black mare and Charley Holmes’ sorrel pacer among those competing.

Fair Ground Dick Streight Wm. Jones Charley Holmes Sorrel Reese Plattsmoth

Big Jerry Arrested After Disorderly Assault at Pepperberg’s

On Wednesday afternoon Big Jerry caused a scene at Pepperberg’s demanding cigars without paying. He struck Pepperberg, was dragged outside, then reoffended in Justice Haines’ office before a bail-less wait in custody. The grand jury returned three indictments including murder and two felonious assaults.

Big Jerry Pepperberg's Pepperberg Peppenberg Vor Jerry Justice Haines Moe Haines Hevel

Coal Find Spreads Hope for Plattsmouth Ventures

A reader reports new coal finds near Plattsmouth and notes plans by an Ohin company to work the vein and a rolling mill by another local firm if encouraged. The court room gains windows but lacks ventilation as lawyers complain about the stale air, while coal thefts remain a concern nearby.

Plattsmouth Ohin

Catholic Festival Drama Impresses Local Audience

Last Thursday's Catholic festival drew a strong crowd as the amateur troupe presented Charcoal Burner. Dick Claiborne delivered a solid O Charcoal Burner and Mr. Young portrayed the Old Man convincingly, while Frank White added a touch of character with his Captain role.

Dick Claiborne Mr. Young Frank White

Paddy Miles Boy and Local Farce Draw Roars of Laughter

The troupe led by Joe MacDonough delivered Paddy Miles Boy with Arden and Valentine Verdict among the crowd pleasers. Miss Robertson and Mrs Curtis earned praise for their turns while Rev. Chas McFlver's Omaha trip affected Plattsmouth church services.

Frank Arden Valentine Joe MacDonough Billy Neville Billy Wheeler Miss Robertson Paddy Miles MacDonough

The Tutts Move On From Town

The Tutts depart the community as John heads to Kansas and Andy joins the Republican ranks, regarded as two staunch, esteemed men leaving the area.

Tutts John Kansas Andy

Lime table aids B. and M. R. A. trip to Omaha

The new lime table of the B. and M. R. A. makes travel to Omaha easier. Passengers can avoid early rising and remain near the station for most of the day if needed.

Omaha

James Vivian In Critical Condition After Self-inflicted Wound

James Vivian son of Richard Vivian was shot during a run from a wagon last week and lies in critical condition at Platte Valley house. His arm shows a severe laceration above and below the elbow with Dr Livingston attending him.

James Vivian Richard Vivian Platte Valley House Livingston

Court Sits This Week With Judge Lake In Town

Judge Lake and Justice dignitaries arrived Monday and have kept the town in hot water. Fourteen criminal cases are on the docket along with a large number of civil cases.

Thimpires Triumph Over A B Club In Dusty Bluff Game

From Our Own Reporter, hot and windy conditions challenged players as the Thimpires built an 86 to 12 lead over the A B club by the ninth inning. Billy Mann and Mr Mathews starred at first and bat, while Mr Church umpired fairly and Mr Skill kept score. An ankle sprain to Mr Delley marked the only notable mishap, followed by a notable supper at Dr BF Kh and his wife’s rooms.

Hock Bluffs A.B Church A. J Eld Billy Mann Mr. Mathews Billy Mathews Sparta Plattsmouth Lakers Cope Theme

McFadden Fined After Court Appearance for Drunkenness

T. J. McFadden was brought before Judge M. Archer charged with drunkenness on city streets. The judge set fines totaling 45 and coats, payable today, and the prisoner was granted liberty while he raised the amount. He was arrested last evening by Chief Rainey in an intoxicated condition and jailed overnight.

T. J. McFadden M. Archer Rainey

Dressmaking Offered by Miss Vallery

Anyone wishing dressmaking done may contact Miss Vallery. Call the provided phone number 26 6-25-3rd for arrangements.

Miss Vallery

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By Ripley D. Saunders The Bobbs-Merril Company Sandon Sim Binidsong Samson Meek Sim Birdsone Samson Merk Hall Columbia Bugle Pete Fanshaw Stam Tucker Tom Strickland Stamford Tibw Plattomouth Todd Thomas Bell P.O W. Wlw Joby C. Roabe Mr. Pleasant Salomon Solomon & Nathan Chas, McFlver M. E Archer
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